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A Lung Scan Can Be a Lifesaver
November 02, 2021If you are a smoker or a former smoker, and between the ages of 50 and 80, you may qualify or be eligible for a lung cancer screening exam. And it’s an exam that could be a lifesaver. According to the American Lung Association, lung cancer is the number one cause of cancer death in both men and women in the U.S., accounting for approximately one quarter of cancer…
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Your Health Means Everything – Protect It by Getting Vaccinated for Flu Season
September 28, 2021Shorter days and cooler temperatures are tell-tale signs that autumn has arrived. Unfortunately, another sign of the season is the beginning of increased flu activity. Flu season can last from autumn to as late as May – peaking between December and February. According to a study published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), last year’s flu…
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LifePoint Health Honors Jessica Smith with 2021 Companywide Mercy Award
September 24, 2021Jessica Smith, RRT LifePoint Health, a leading healthcare company dedicated to Making Communities Healthier®, has named Jessica Smith from Southern Tennessee Regional Health System in Pulaski, Tennessee (STRHS-Pulaski), the recipient of its 2021 companywide Mercy Award. Smith, who serves as a respiratory therapist at STRHS-Pulaski, was honored for her tireless…
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Hospital Joins the Boyd Foundation Circle
September 21, 2021July 1, 2021, was a historic day in Giles County as Martin Methodist College (MMC) merged with The University of Tennessee System and became UT Southern, the University System’s fourth institution. During the merger process, Randy Boyd, President of the University System, offered his vison, leadership, and energy along with an exceptional financial commitment to…
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Creating Healthier Families One Shot at a Time
August 31, 2021Why is it important for pregnant women or those planning to become pregnant to be vaccinated against COVID-19?Pregnant individuals are at a higher risk for severe illness, complications and death than non-pregnant individuals if infected with COVID-19. Also, in some cases, pregnancy can come with medical conditions that put women at even further risk. The best way to…
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Local Therapist Joins Southern Tennessee Physical Therapy Rehab Services
August 30, 2021Dr. Megan Boatright Coble Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski officials announce the addition of physical therapist, Dr. Megan Boatright Coble to the Southern Tennessee Physical Therapy Rehab Services outpatient team. “We are excited to have Megan joining our outpatient therapy team,” said hospital CEO, Jim Edmondson. “Her expertise…
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New Family Physician Joins Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski
August 24, 2021Terri-Lynn Philpot, MD Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski (STRHS Pulaski) officials announce the addition of Terri-Lynn Philpot, MD to the medical staff and to the staff at First Choice Health in Pulaski in September. “We are so excited to add Dr. Philpot to our amazing medical staff,” said hospital CEO Jim Edmondson. “Dr.…
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Your Health Means Everything: Protect It with Immunizations
July 28, 2021If a researcher were to sit down at the end of 2021 and tabulate and record the number of times individual key words were mentioned over the course of the year, “vaccine” would surely be near the top. The advent of COVID-19 vaccines and the key role they have played in slowing the spread of the virus and helping us get closer to pandemic’s end has not…
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The Heat is On: How to Stay Cool and Spurn the Burn
June 30, 2021When the sun comes out to play, many of us make plans to do the same. The summer months bring the promise of backyard barbecues, pick-up games in the park and wasting away lazy afternoons in the water. This year’s summer season feels extra special as COVID-19 vaccines have paved a way for us to once again gather together safely. Summer also brings the heat –…
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Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski is Healthgrades Five-Star Recipient For COPD
June 16, 2021Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Pulaski is 5-star rated for COPD outcomes according to new research released by Healthgrades, the leading resource that connects consumers, physicians and health systems. Every year, Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance at nearly 4,500 hospitals nationwide for 32 of the most common inpatient procedures and…
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Hospital Names 2021 Mercy Award Winner
June 09, 2021Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski recently announced that Jessica Smith has been recognized as the hospital’s 2021 Mercy Award winner. The Mercy Award recognizes one employee from each of LifePoint Health’s hospitals who profoundly touches the lives of others and best represents the spirit and values on which the company was founded. The Mercy…
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Your Health Now: 4 Simple Ways Men Can Take Control of Their Health Today
June 08, 2021There is a long-standing perception that women tend to focus on their health more than men do. Unfortunately, it’s a perception that rings all too true. A survey cited in a 2019 article from AARP found that only half of the men surveyed get regular check-ups and 72 percent preferred household chores over going to the doctor. While it’s true that women are more…
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Your Health Means Everything: Taking Care of Yourself in a Post-Pandemic World
April 08, 2021Life has changed in ways both big and small over the last year. Plans were suspended and priorities shifted as we cautiously made our way through a situation that we had never experienced, much less imagined would happen. As we get closer than ever to putting the COVID-19 pandemic behind us – thanks to wider vaccine distribution and safe practices to slow the spread…
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NEW PEDIATRICIAN JOINS HOSPITAL STAFF
March 12, 2021Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski officials announce the addition of Dr. William (Bill) See to the hospital medical staff. Dr. See specializes in pediatrics and will see patients at First Choice Health in Pulaski. “We are pleased to have Dr. See joining our staff,” said hospital CEO, Jim Edmondson. “He has a dynamic…
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James Cosby, Covid Survivor, Leaves Hospital with Help from his Friends
March 12, 2021James Allen Cosby spent 46 days in our hospital fighting for his life. Last week, he walked out of our hospital under his own power. This is his remarkable story.
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Hospital Nurse Leaders Receive State Honors
March 03, 2021Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski officials announce recognition of two of its nurse leaders, Christy Kemp and Tammy Wall as two of the recipients of the 40 Under 40 Recognition Program.The Tennessee Nurse Association partnered with the Tennessee Action Coalition, and the Tennessee Hospital Association To sponsor the 40 Under 40 Recognition Program. …
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Is it a sign?
February 22, 2021Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), equating to approximately one in four male deaths and one in five female deaths. One of the ways to help change that statistic is by staying on top of the warning signs of heart disease so that it can be caught early. So, what are…
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Know Your Numbers
January 29, 2021One step in taking an active role in your health to help ensure a healthy life is by knowing specific numbers that play an important role for your heart: Blood pressureIs your blood pressure at normal levels? One in three U.S. adults has high blood pressure, which can lead to heart disease. Normal range for blood pressure should be below 120/80. If your numbers are at…
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Getting a Jump Start on Being Heart Smart
December 25, 2020If the classic shape of a heart pops into your mind when you think of February, you’re not alone. With Valentine’s Day falling at the exact mid-point of the month, stores are filled with heart-shaped cards, candy and more to celebrate the annual holiday of love. But there’s another reason that hearts should be on your mind right now. Each February we…
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Brighter Days Ahead: Celebrate the New Year with a Healthy Start
December 22, 2020A new year is always an opportunity for a fresh start. A new beginning. That’s one of the big reasons so many of us set New Year’s resolutions. Turning the page on the calendar gives us a chance to turn the page on unhealthy habits, resolve to be better, healthier versions of ourselves and look to the future with hope for what’s to come. As we look…
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